What is another word for groundsel?
Pronunciation: [ɡɹˈa͡ʊndsə͡l] (IPA) 
Groundsel is a type of weed with small yellow flowers that grows in disturbed and waste areas. Its Latin name is Senecio vulgaris and it is also known as old-man-in-the-spring, simson, and grimsel. Other synonyms for groundsel include common groundsel, ragwort, fireweed, marsh elder, and tansy ragwort. Groundsel is often found in agricultural lands, roadsides, and gardens, where it can cause damage to crops and gardens. Its seeds can also be toxic to livestock and humans if ingested in large amounts. Despite being considered a weed, groundsel has been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and stomach problems.
